Gem Lake, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
521 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
52.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$146,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$536,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,079 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,125 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ramsey County
5
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
3
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ramsey County
7
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 9 33
Apr 3 3 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 2 8 34
Dec 1 10 20

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MN State Senate District 36, MN State House District 36B, MN
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Schools

Liberty Classical Academy
<1 miles, SE • 5 star
Wels North
1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Lakeaires Elementary
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Willow Lane Elementary
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Century College
3 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Bethel University
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
University of Northwestern-St Paul
7 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Healtheast St John's Hospital
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Regions Hospital
8 miles, SW • 4.1 star
St Joseph's Hospital
8 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
60 miles, NW • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
77 miles, SE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
84 miles, S • 1 star
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